Scotland Highland Retreat
with LEON LONDON & MAAYAN SHENHAR
September 27th - October 2nd, 2022
Aberfeldy, Scotland
ABOUT THE RETREAT
After a long time in the making, we are happy to invite you to immerse yourself, and deepen your practice and mind in the beautiful Scottish highlands.
Those that have never experienced the wonderful culture, traditions and incredible scenes that the highlands have to offer, you are in for a truly magical treat!
For most of us (in the UK) Scotland is a retreat close to home, which eliminates the recent issues of foreign travel and provides a different experience, with unparalleled beauty.
Imagine crystal clear lochs and glens, wild deer and beautiful wildlife, picturesque heather filled landscapes, snow topped mountains,and a scenic colour palette you might never have seen before live.
Those that enjoy films like "Harry Potter“ and "Outlander” will see famous spots and scenes that will be very familiar.
ABOUT THE PRACTICE
We will have pranayama, morning and evening practice.
Morning Asana practice will be a combination of Dharma and Rocket.
There will be Workshops in arm balances and handstands and backbends,
With slower hatha, meditation and yoga nidra in the evenings.
** All practices are open to all levels from beginners to more advanced yogis.
ITINERARY
The retreat begins on Tuesday morning (27th of September) with an 8-hour private coach tour of the Highlands.
We will be leaving from the wonderful Edinburgh center (Exact time and address TBC) and taking a breathtaking guided tour across the highlands on the way to our destination.
Our guide will narrate the experience with historical stories and mystical folklore of the highlands. The tour will pass though beautiful lochs and glens, mountains and forests before we stop at a local picturesque village for brunch. The tour ends at our Accommodations Farleyer Lodge
Daily Sample Schedule
9:00-11:00 Morning Dynamic Practice
begins with Pranayama and continues with a Dharma, Rocket and
Ashtanga inpired warming flow
11:30 Wholesome Brunch
11:30 - 17:00 Downtime to explore the nearby village, take scenic walks around the Farleyer Lodge and the closeby river, read around the fireplace and enjoy a dip in the ho tub.
We will also do a group visit to the local whisky distillery!
17:00 - 18:30 Workshop/ Restorative Practice
19:00 Festive Dinner
*Fruit, snacks and hot drinks available throughout the day
We will eat vegetarian, local, traditional fayre cooked by nutritionist & Chef Sam Hamrebtan, enjoy cosy evenings around the fire and even dance Scottish cèilidh (Kay-Lee) on our last night…
Tartan / kilts must be worn on this night!
Be ready for a totally different experience away from the usual retreat, and open your eyes and mind to the beautiful "place of the Gaels" the highlands of Scotland.
Farleyer Lodge
Farleyer Lodge is situated 2 miles outside of Aberfeldy in beautiful Highland Perthshire. It is the perfect location from which to explore the whole of Scotland. Aberfeldy is only 75 miles North of Edinburgh and Glasgow and offers many activities suitable for all ages.
The Lodge sits in its own 17 Acre Garden which is home to red squirrels, deer, hares & owls giving everyone plenty of room to explore, it is an ideal location for a peaceful Retreat into the highlands.
Lodge Features
• Wireless High-Speed Internet
• 8 Person Hot Tub
• 4K 82" HD Smart TV
• Separate Drawing Room
• Dining Rooms Seats 24
• 17 Acre Garden Setting
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
Deposits: All deposits are non-refundable and non-transferable.
The balance will need to be paid 8 weeks before the start of the retreat.
FULL PAYMENTS:
If you have paid in full and must cancel, the following applies:
More than 10 weeks before the start of the course : 100% refund less deposit. 6 to 10 weeks before the start of the course : 50% refund less the deposit.
Up to 4 weeks before the start of the course : No refund will be given.
THE RETREAT INCLUDES
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One 8 hour Private tour of the Highlands
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6 days / 5 nights - accommodation in a lovely highland lodge
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2 daily yoga sessions
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Free wifi access in the villa
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Daily guided meditation
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2 vegetarian meals (brunch and dinner) - catered by the talented nutritionist & Chef Sam Hamrebtan
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Coffee/tea and healthy snacks throughout the day
BOOKING
Twin Room Shared accomodation - 1280£
Private Double Room - 1480£
Couples Sharing a Double Room - 1180£ each
Payment plan
150£ Deposit paid when booking
The rest of the cost is divided into
two even payments:
1st payment - August 1st
2nd payment - September 1st
To Reserve Your Spot
Please pay the Registration Deposit 150£ through
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
Deposits: All deposits are non-refundable and non-transferable.
The balance will need to be paid 10 weeks before the start of the retreat.
FULL PAYMENTS:
If you have paid in full and must cancel, the following applies:
More than 10 weeks before the start of the course : 100% refund less deposit. 6 to 10 weeks before the start of the course : 50% refund less the deposit.
Up to 4 weeks before the start of the course : No refund will be given.
ABOUT LEON AND MAAYAN
Leon London teaches a unique style of Rocket, Progressive Ashtanga Vinyasa and Dharma Yoga. Leon’s yoga classes are a unique and fun flow, with lots of arm balances and inversions.
He humbly cites Sri Dharma Mittra, David Kyle (Rocket), and David Swenson & Ryan Spielman, and in India Balu Thevar (Ashtanga) as his teachers, and thanks them for their Knowledge.
Leon has over 25 years of experience in yoga, as well as training in various arts such as functional fitness, animal flow, capoeira, kettlebells, Indian clubs, callisthenics and boxing. He teaches in London's best studios and runs yoga retreats and teacher trainings in Europe and beyond.
Maayan Shenhar is the founder of Sira Yoga Studio in Jerusalem. She is a Ashtanga Vinyasa, Yin, Dharma and Rocket teacher. Her classes offer practitioners the opportunity to try challenging asanas with humor and playfulness, as well as explore yogic philosophy in a simple and practical manner.
Maayan has been practicing yoga for over 13yrs and has studied with Sri Dharma Mittra, Caroline Clebb, and David Swenson. Her approach to yoga is inspired by a Philosophy Degree and a passion for practical philosophy.